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Communication and community. One doesn’t work very well without the other, so we strive to keep you and your family current with news about Florida Hospital, and the world of wellness abroad. Check back often to find out what’s happening on all of the Florida Hospital locations and throughout our health care network through our official blog.

Research shows around 15 percent of all people suffer from claustrophobia, and not everyone knows they suffer from it until they have their MRI appointment scheduled. It’s important to know your options for next time.

Exercise might not be the first thing you think of doing when suffering from joint pain, but it is shown that regular, moderate exercise can alleviate some of the painful symptoms associated with arthritis.

There have been different discussions in the media and also in the health care industry about the amount of radiation people should get exposed to when having different medical procedures. So, are they still safe?

Whether you are a fifth grader enjoying lunch in the cafeteria or a busy CEO grabbing lunch on the run, it’s easy to make the wrong choices when it comes to your midday meal. Here are some easy ways to cut calories

Painting can often be therapeutic for patients in the hospital. But for 15-year-old Mikala Barnes, creating colorful paintings not only provided an outlet for her creativity, but also provided a way for her to give back to other pediatric patients in need.

As we get older, it can be natural for people to have more trouble walking and remember events in the past, but sometimes this “normal aging process” is caused by a condition called normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).

Have you ever felt short of breath? Felt like you were gasping for air or that your throat was closing? Well, for Samantha Trattner, that was an ongoing occurrence without relief. Samantha was diagnosed with vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) and told she may need to stop singing- her passion for as long as she had been walking.

There are so many things to consider under the umbrella of women’s health. Have you had your annual “well woman” exam? When you need a hysterectomy, where do you go?

Consider Florida Hospital and the world-class surgeons who operate within its walls. The U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital rankings would back us up on this advice, as the Gynecology Program at Florida Hospital was recently ranked 11th in the US of all hospitals, based on reputation, volume, quality of services and outcomes. Florida Hospital was the only hospital in the state to receive this ranking of top 50 programs.

In Florida it can be tough to stay active outdoors, especially during the hottest summer months. But outdoor physical activities can be one of the best ways to stay active and heart healthy while enjoying a variety of activities.

The most common health problem facing U.S. children today is being overweight -- a condition robbing kids of both their quality and quantity of life. When you read about childhood obesity, most books or articles tend to focus on two things: nutrition and exercise. While these are certainly critical factors, here are two additional questions about other contributing causes to obesity that you may not have considered.

The first time my right index finger locked in a bent position was while wrestling with my two young sons two summers ago. I recall having to use my left hand to pop my finger back into place. It wasn’t extremely painful, but the incident made me wonder why it happened.

Backpacks come in all shapes, sizes and colors, letting children express their individual style. And when used properly, backpacks can be very functional. However, when a backpack is “overweight” it can cause back pain in children that is unecessary.

Projections by the American Heart Association suggest that by 2030, 40.5 percent of the U.S. population is projected to have some form of cardiovascular disease. Combined with an aging population, this means having doctors and facilities qualified to care for advanced heart problems is going to be a growing need in the United States. Read about some advanced cardilogy procedures that are helping people live longer, healthier lives today.

Many cancer patients shudder at any mention of the word “radiation.” But there’s good news for those patients who receive their care here in Central Florida – advanced radiation technology has arrived in the area.

Self esteem and body image are something both kids and adults struggle with from time to time. With the obesity epidemic on the rise and bullying at an all time high, it’s no wonder kids today struggle with low self esteem and body image problems. But, as a parent, you have the opportunity to help your kids deal with these problems.